What to Do About an Air Conditioner Leaking WaterTips from Your AC Repair Experts

What to Do About an Air Conditioner Leaking WaterTips from Your AC Repair Experts

Posted June 27, 2016

This summer, the last thing you want to deal with is an AC repair. There are roadtrips to be had, marshmallows to roast, and your air conditioner failing doesn’t fit into your agenda. A pool of water by your air conditioner isn’t the pool you had in mind this summer. So what is triggering your air conditioner to leak and what should you do about it?

Clogged Condensate Drain

As your air conditioner operates it grabs moisture from the air in your home. This creates condensation inside your system that has to be drained away. A clogged condensate drain is the most common cause of water leaking from your system into your home. Drains and coils get plugged with dust and debris and the water may back up into your home.

Change Your Filters

Swapping your air filters is the easiest thing you can do to keep your unit operating smoothly. A dirty air filter keeps air from flowing over the evaporator coil. If your evaporator coil becomes coated in debris and dirt it is possible that it could ice up. Any ice or water is a sign of an issue.

If you do view ice on your evaporator coil, you’ll have to defrost it. To defrost it, turn your unit off and turn your blower from “auto” to “on”. This will slowly allow the ice to melt in a way that your drain will be able to handle.

Turn Off Your System

If you see water around your system inside it’s a sign that something is either leaking or not draining. It could be a minor concern, there’s no need to panic. The first thing you should do if you view water pooling around your system is to turn off your system. Water could harm the electronic pieces of your unit.

If there is any water or ice around your system it’s best to call and get the issue checked out. There’s a chance that it is a minor problem, but our experts will know how to handle it and can help set your mind at ease. If you haven’t arranged your annual air conditioner maintenance, now is a great time to get that arranged before things really start heating up. You can easily schedule an appointment with by calling us at 760-784-9034.

Bishop Heating & Air Conditioning offers dependable, quality service to homeowners in the Bishop community. Our experienced technicians are well-trained and knowledgeable on all HVAC products, so you’ll be confident knowing you can trust us. The team at Bishop Heating & Air Conditioning adheres to high standards and are devoted to offering the best customer service, whether you’re searching for a new HVAC system or need maintenance on your current system. If you have questions or need support for your HVAC system, you can reach us at 760-784-9034 or schedule an appointment online to get started on your home comfort needs!